Seattle Concrete Countertop

In Seattle, concrete countertops are the latest thing in kitchen remodeling. Like other high-end counters, they are extraordinarily difficult, though not impossible to chip, burn, or stain. Though concrete is porous, sealant will solve this problem. You'll still need to wipe up things like red wine right away, but as long as you're not negligent, you should have few worries. You should also inquire about finishing and sealing chemicals because some can fuse and leave burn marks under intense heat.

Beautiful Concrete Counters in Seattle, WA
Of course, concrete has always been concrete, so you might be wondering why the sudden popularity in this newest type of countertop. The answer is simple. While the strength of concrete has never been in question, recently the quality and number of possible concrete finishes has been improved exponentially. Nowadays, concrete can be fashioned in literally any type of stone texture or bold solid surface color. Some homeowners have trouble truly realizing these possibilities. It's more appropriate to imagine a truly blank slate than the drab coarse sidewalk of the Emerald City streets.

Seattle Concrete Counter Installation
Concrete counters can be poured on-site or prefabricated to specs, much like a stone counter, and delivered to your home. Concrete is different than most materials in that the amount or size of the project has little to do with the cost. The raw materials that comprise concrete are inexpensive, the cost of preparing and transporting the concrete typically make up a majority of the cost. The size of your counter will still influence the final cost, as the surface area must be sculpted, finished, and sealed, but a larger concrete counter still tends to be more cost-effective than a smaller one. This also accounts for the popularity of concrete counters in the kitchen more than the bathroom.

In either case, this is not a DIY project even if you've worked with concrete before. Only those who have experience in the particular skill set of sculpting and finishing concrete can deliver a concrete counter that has the beautiful look of stone or solid surface countertops.

The Cost of Seattle Concrete Countertops
So, how much is a concrete counter in Seattle going to cost? An average-sized kitchen countertop (90 square feet) may run you about $5,000. This number, though, is simply an average. Along with your choice of finishes, the complexity of your mold will also play a significant part in the exact estimates your project solicits from contractors. To put it in context with other countertop options, you're still going to be paying quite a bit more than you would for a laminate counter. Similar to older solid surface countertop, a concrete counter may be slightly less expensive than a stone counter in general, though, if you want the best of the best, some concrete counters may end up as expensive as you can get. It's not unheard of, for example, to pay $10,000 or more for a top-of-the-line concrete countertop.

Seattle Concrete Countertop Contractors
As with any home improvement project, you should take your time, do your homework, and get as many estimates as you can to ensure you get the best price for quality craftsmanship. You'll also want to weed out any unreliable contractors. If you open the phonebook and randomly point a finger, who knows who might show up at your door. With the relatively new innovation of concrete countertops, you don't want to take any chances. To this end, ServiceMagic puts each and every one of its contractors through a rigorous 10-step screening process. That said, the best quality control for your home improvement contractors probably comes from our customer ratings and reviews page where you can conveniently view recent feedback from other Seattle homeowners.